Title: Spacious Beach Home Away From Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248627761185097&destination=Karkari+Peninsula%2C+Northland%2C+New+Zealand&selected=53412560&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious Beach Home Away From Home ## Photo gallery for Spacious Beach Home Away From Home ![TV, DVD player, stereo - Spacious Beach Home Away From Home (Tokerau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53412600/53412560/df4e11da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach - Spacious Beach Home Away From Home (Tokerau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53412600/53412560/487a7a26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Spacious Beach Home Away From Home (Tokerau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53412600/53412560/9d399b61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Spacious Beach Home Away From Home (Tokerau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53412600/53412560/3e7280c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo - Spacious Beach Home Away From Home (Tokerau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53420000/53412600/53412560/c3dba61e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Spacious Beach Home Away From Home provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spacious Beach Home Away From Home A large modern styled bach situated just back off the road from the popular Tokerau Beach. Yes its only being a hop skip and a jump to the beach this is the perfect place to create holiday memories for the whole family. Tokerau Beach is great for all ages it offers a wide range of water sports, its an excellent beach to walk down and of course it offers fishing as well as tua tua's yum!! If that's not enough you will be within a 5 min drive to the beautiful Matai bay, Rangiputa and other amazing beaches our beautiful coastline has to offer. This is the perfect location to base yourself to explore everything the far north has to offer with places like Cape Reinga and the world famous 90 mile beach all within a 2 hour drive. Closer to home base just up the road in Whatuwhiwhi is Carrington Estate for lunch or dinner or you could pop across the road and have a round of golf. A lovely homely place easy to clean come and enjoy. Special conditions: Smoking is allowed outside only and remove all butts. Pets are welcome outside only. Extras NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Leave the house clean and tidy. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Stunning home away from home Karkari Peninsula Stunning home away from home Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Karkari Peninsula, this vacation home is on the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Butler Point Whaling Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve and Doubtless Bay. Scuba diving, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Karkari Peninsula travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Karkari-Peninsula.dx553248627761185097) [View more Vacation homes in Karkari Peninsula](https://www.expedia.ca/Karkari-Peninsula-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248627761185097-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.88462%2C173.36957&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F1J8zEXKW1UDk4J9lo3QbVIbGUw=) Tokerau Beach, Karikari Peninsula ### What's nearby - ![I took my partner up Puheke to be able to catch the sunset. I've never been at this time of the evening, and I'm so glad we went! Magnificent cloud formations that just so happen to brighten up Mt Camel in the background. Beautiful! #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248627761185097/eb2b6b36-b6f7-4c72-ba2a-ca8dc592fd78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Karikari Peninsula 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![(A bit of) Ninety Mile Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181328/50769f73-74ab-4581-b745-64df56ca2a0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ninety Mile Beach 43 min drive \- 47.1 km - Tokerau Beach 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Carrington Golf Course 6 min drive \- 3.7 km - Maitai Bay 11 min drive \- 9.1 km ### Getting around - Kaitaia (KAT) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Foreshores Fish and Chips 4 min drive - Tuatua Tavern 4 min drive - Karikari Estate 7 min drive - Carrington Winery And Cafe 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious Beach Home Away From Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Spacious Beach Home Away From Home? ### What time is check-out at Spacious Beach Home Away From Home? ### Where is Spacious Beach Home Away From Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious Beach Home Away From Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex R. Apr 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway! Awesome roomy house, Nice clean & well presented with everything we needed & location was just right to explore the area definitely recommend, bonus it was pet friendly so took our fur baby with us lol ##### Alex R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Christopher B. Oct 25, 2022 Liked: Location Disliked: Communication #### Great location for family House is in a great location for family with the beach in walking distance and happy we could have our dog there. ##### Christopher B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Barry J. Jan 29, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great location to the beach Property is well set out with room to park a boat. Easy 5 min walk to the beach ##### Barry J. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Barry W. Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice Very tidy modern homeBbq didnt work thoughEnjoyed our stay ##### Barry W. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### KYLIE A. May 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### choice Really neat place to stay, had everything we needed. Clean and tidy. Kids enjoyed the deck and lawn. ##### KYLIE A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy B. Jun 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely The property was exactly as it was described and we thoroughly enjoyed our weekend. The only down side was the gas bottle for the BBQ was empty. ##### Cindy B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darren K. Feb 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely bach with all you need Awesome location across the road from beachfront with some little peaks of the ocean from the lounge and kitchen. House has everything you need. ##### Darren K. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Leeanne M. Feb 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Seriously need to change the outdoor photos of the views of the beach from the kitchen We were annoyed to find the house hidden behind houses and according to the photos there are no houses in front of the property and on the outdoor living space!! Overall, the property management were helpful when we needed them. We loved the easy access to the beach. ##### Leeanne M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### David B. Jan 30, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Review 9-16 January The property is a great holiday location and we enjoyed our stay. It is within walking distance to Tokerau beach and driving distance to all the great attractions in the area. The section is great for back yard cricket! The house is very hot and does not have air-conditioning so sleeping at night was a challenge at times. ##### David B. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Michele B. Jan 8, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful beaches Good base to explore the area. ##### Michele B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Hugh Ross-Taylor C. Oct 21, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property Very good facilities as per listing description, location excellent, Slight negative was oven needs a clean and drain in en-suite shower little blocked . Linen ok but not quality overall very enjoyable stay and would recommend property. ##### Hugh Ross-Taylor C. Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mike R. Oct 20, 2020 Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### The Stay That Never Was On arrival we were extremely disappointed in the property and considered the photographs on your site to misrepresent the actual position and nature of the property. We called the agent and did not stay. We only received a one night refund. Extremely disappointed is a euphemism for our true feelings. ##### Mike R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim P. Oct 15, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Bach Great bach . Great beach . Could use an outside fish cleaning bench being you do catch fish . ##### Jim P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### rhonda w. Mar 20, 2018 #### Lovely new Bach. Lovely new Bach. Clean and tidy. Lots off room. Even has views off the sea which was nice. The only thing was that there was no towel rail or hairdryer etc plug in the main bathroom. Great location. Would definitely stay again ???? ##### rhonda w. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco O. Feb 15, 2018 #### Great Bach, well equipt, new and tidy. Great Bach, well equipt, new and tidy. Easy walk to the beach ##### Francisco O. From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### noeline l. Feb 8, 2018 #### Lovely new property well equiped. Lovely new property well equiped. Very handy location to beach. ##### noeline l. From a partner site ### 6/10 Okay #### Judy T. Feb 7, 2018 #### House got very hot! House got very hot! no drapes in lounge - kitchen area to shade the sun and didnt appear to have any way to cool the temp @ 30c. ##### Judy T. From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Bernadette P. Jan 15, 2018 #### beautiful beaches all around andplenty to do there beautiful beaches all around andplenty to do there ##### Bernadette P. Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Luisa a. Dec 30, 2017 #### Great holiday Home, modern and great location. Great holiday Home, modern and great location. Great time, will return. ##### Luisa a. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent Sep 29, 2017 #### Well kept, modern property. Well kept, modern property. Archival ### 8/10 Good Sep 18, 2017 #### Very comfortable, quiet, sunny and well set-up home not far from the beach. Very comfortable, quiet, sunny and well set-up home not far from the beach. It is in a central location for the beautiful Karikari Peninsula. The owners were lovely to deal with also. I would definitely stay again. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 16, 2017 #### We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely house. We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely house. It had everything we needed, was in a great location, quiet and within easy walking distance to the beach. We stayed in the middle of winter and yet it was warm and we did not require the heating that was available. Great stay, would definitely stay here again and recommend to others. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent Jul 14, 2017 #### Location is perfect and the property is really lovely, clean and sunny. Location is perfect and the property is really lovely, clean and sunny. It's well equipped and we would definitely stay again, we really enjoyed it. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent Jul 7, 2017 #### Great spot just back from the beach short drive to store or shops and close beaches Bach is modern Great spot just back from the beach short drive to store or shops and close beaches Bach is modern with all facilities including Net flicks which is good for kids We would & probably will stay again Archival ### 10/10 Excellent Jun 3, 2017 #### Excellent house with everything you need and close to the beach Excellent house with everything you need and close to the beach